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In Brief... Marketing / Communications Manager

 Brief Description:

Responsible for running marketing campaigns as well as developing new advertising for a company.


Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 16

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Formulate, direct and coordinate marketing activities and policies to promote products and services, working with advertising and promotion managers. 

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Identify, develop, and evaluate marketing strategy, based on knowledge of establishment objectives, market characteristics, and cost and markup factors. 

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Direct the hiring, training, and performance evaluations of marketing and sales staff and oversee their daily activities. 

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Evaluate the financial aspects of product development, such as budgets, expenditures, research and development appropriations, and return-on-investment and profit-loss projections. 

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Develop pricing strategies, balancing firm objectives and customer satisfaction. 

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Compile lists describing product or service offerings. 

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Initiate market research studies and analyze their findings. 

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Use sales forecasting and strategic planning to ensure the sale and profitability of products, lines, or services, analyzing business developments and monitoring market trends. 

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Coordinate and participate in promotional activities and trade shows, working with developers, advertisers, and production managers, to market products and services. 

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Consult with buying personnel to gain advice regarding the types of products or services expected to be in demand. 

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Level 6 Cert or greater

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Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations


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Multilingual, product knowledge and experience in foreign markets.
 
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1 Salary Information
Note: All salaries are in thousands of euros and refer to annual salaries.

Job Title
Direct Marketing Manager
Salary Range*
30 -
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Last Updated: March, 2011
* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.

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